What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Petts Wood?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Petts Wood is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Petts Wood?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Petts Wood is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Petts Wood?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Petts Wood station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Queensway / Petts Wood Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, East Croydon Rail Station and Bromley South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Petts Wood?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Petts Wood. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Petts Wood via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Reading to Petts Wood?

The distance between Reading and Petts Wood is 51 miles. The road distance is 54.9 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Petts Wood without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Petts Wood without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 39m and costs £23 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Petts Wood?

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Reading to Petts Wood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Petts Wood bus from?

Reading to Petts Wood bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Petts Wood train from?

Reading to Petts Wood train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Petts Wood?

The best way to get from Reading to Petts Wood is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 39m and costs £23 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Reading to Petts Wood bus arrive?

Reading to Petts Wood bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Petts Wood train arrive?

Reading to Petts Wood train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Petts Wood?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Petts Wood is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Reading to Petts Wood.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Petts Wood?

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Where can I stay near Petts Wood?

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Petts Wood by train, bus, or car

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Petts Woodtrain London Charing Cross - Sevenoaks / ...
1h 39m
£23–66
Drive 54.6 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Petts Woodcar 54.6 mi
1h 25m
£14–20
Train, line 21 bus, line 273 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Moorgate Station to Lewisham Stationbus 21
3. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Woodland Waybus 273
3h 18m
£34–101
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Petts Woodtrain London Charing Cross - Sevenoaks / ...
2h 22m
£22–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus Sl7
3h 59m

Reading to Petts Wood by train and subway

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Distance: 51.2 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Petts Wood, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Petts Wood via London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 1h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Queensway / Petts Wood Station via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, East Croydon Rail Station, and Bromley South Station in around 3h 59m.

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